SoundCraft Vi5000 User manual

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User Guide v1.6

Vi5000/7000 User Manual IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
Please read this manual carefully before using your mixer for the
rst time.
This equipment complies with the EMC directive 2004/108/EC
and LVD 2006/95/EC
This product is approved to safety standards
IEC 60065:2001 (Seventh Edition) +A2:2010
EN60065:2002 +A1:2006 +A2:2010 +A11:2008 +A12:2011
UL60065 2012 7th Edition
CAN/CSA-E60065-03 + A2: 2012
And EMC standards
EN55103-1: 2009
EN55103-2: 2009
Warning: Any modication or changes made to this device, unless explicitly approved by
Harman, will invalidate the authorisation of this device. Operation of an unauthorised
device is prohibited under Section 302 of the Communications act of 1934, as amended,
and Subpart 1 of Part 2 of Chapter 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
* Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
* Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
© Harman International Industries Ltd. 2015 All rights reserved
Parts of the design of this product may be protected by worldwide patents.
Part No. 5061286
Rev 1.0
E&OE September 2015
Soundcraft is a trading division of Harman International Industries Ltd. Information in this manual is subject to change
without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor. Soundcraft shall not be liable for any
loss or damage whatsoever arising from the use of information or any error contained in this manual. No part of this
manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
electrical, mechanical, optical, chemical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the express
written permission of Soundcraft.
Harman International Industries Limited
Cranborne House, Cranborne Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 3JN, UK
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
http://www.soundcraft.com

Vi5000/7000 User Manual CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1: Saftey Notices & Warnings
1.2: Product Warranty
2.0: SPECIFICATIONS
2.1: Console block diagram
4.0: HARDWARE OVERVIEW
4.1: Local I/O
4.2: MADI / DANTE Sources / Switching
5.0 OPERATIONS OVERVIEW
5.1: Manual Conventions
5.2: Vistonics II
5.3: Console Bays
5.4: FaderGlow™
5.5: Buttons
5.6: Encoders
5.7: Gangs
5.8: Labelling
6.0: INPUTS
6.1: Navigation - Fader Pages
6.2: The Channel Strip
6.3: Encoder Mode
6.4: VST Control
6.5: Touchscreen / Signal Path
6.5.1: Input Section
6.5.2: EQ
6.5.3: Dynamics
6.5.4: Busses
6.5.5: Output Section
7.0: OUTPUTS
7.1: LCR Mix Masters
 7.2:BusConguration
7.3: Bus Master Control
7.3.1: Master Vistonics Control
7.3.2: Channel Strip
7.3.3: Processing Chain
7.3.4: Graphic EQs
8.0: MATRIX SYSTEM
9.0: MUTE & VCA GROUPS
9.1: Mute Groups
9.2: VCA Groups
9.3: Aux VCA Groups
10.0: MONITORING
10.1: Console Controls
10.2: Setup
10.2.1: MON Setup
11.0: SOLO SYSTEM
11.1: Primary Behaviour
11.2: Input Priority Mode
11.3: Autocancel Behaviour
11.4: Follow Output Solo Mode
12.0: METERING
12.1: Inputs
12.2: Busses
13.0: EDIT SYSTEM
(COPY, PASTE, AND LIBRARY)
13.1: Copy, Paste, Undo
13.2: Library Basics
13.3: Library File Screen
14.0: SNAPSHOTS, CUELISTS, GLOBAL FILTER
14.1: Console Controls
14.2: Cuelist Control
14.3: Cue Details
14.3.1: Cue Number & Timecode
14.3.2: Snapshot/Cue Name
14.3.3: MIDI
14.3.4: GPIO
14.4: Snapshot Filters
14.4.1: Snapshot Filter Scope
14.4.2: Global Filter
15.0: TALKBACK & OSCILLATOR
15.1: Console Controls
15.2: Oscillator Setup & Use
15.3: Talkback Setup
15.4: Talkback Return Setup
16.0: MAIN MENU
16.1: Main (Screen, Security)
16.2: Shows
16.2.1: Show File Data
16.3: GPIO
16.4: Sync
16.5: Tielines
16.6: FX
16.7: MIDI
16.8: Log
16.9: Settings
16.10: System
17.0: LEXICON FX
17.1: Using The FX Processors
17.1.1: Tap Tempo Functionality
17.2: FX Algorithms & Parameters
17.2.1: Reverbs
17.2.1: Delays
17.2.1: Misc
18.0: VM² WIreless Status Monitoring / HiQnet
 18.1:HiQnetNetworkConguration
18.1.1: VM ² Device List
18.2: Status Displays
18.2.1: Channel Strip Status
18.2.2: VST Status
APPENDIX 01: Dante User Guide
APPENDIX 02: ViSi Connect Brochure

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 1.0: INTRODUCTION
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1.0: INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Live sound mixing - the way it should be
Our patented Vistonics was designed from a simple start
point - create the most intuitive digital mix interface
available. Vistonics simplies the process and puts the
rotary encoders and switches right on the touch screen.
With an adaptive graphics and relevant controls
combined in one area, the operator is immediately
presented with a simple, clear mix system that
streamlines workow and enhances the creative process.
Each Vistonics interface controls eight input channels
and comprises a touch screen with 16 rotary encoders
and 16 switches. A simple touch in the desired part of the
on-screen channel strip is all it takes to access channel
functions including routing, input gain, digital gain trim,
delay, high and low pass lters, 4-band fully parametric
EQ, compressor, limiter, gate, de-esser and pan, with
immediate access to a sophisticated visual status display
and straightforward controls.
Fader layers - like you’ve never seen them before
In the heat of the moment, with the faders ying, fader
layers can cause all kinds of headaches. Soundcraft®
FaderGlow solves the problem associated with multiple
fader layers. At a single glance, illuminated faders in
colours that match those on the Vistonics™; display show
immediately what function a fader is controlling.
When controlling inputs, no illumination is applied to the
motorised faders. But when the Aux, Group or Matrix bus
master is soloed with the Follow Solo function switched
on, the fader becomes a ‘contributor’ for the soloed bus,
lighting up in orange, green or blue accordingly.
A console focused on the operator
User-congurable fader layers allow an engineer to
map out channels on any of 5 user layers so that a
combination of different inputs can be placed on one
layer.
Output fader layers can also be customised; for example,
stereo aux masters can be placed alongside VCAs or
matrix masters for faster access to priority outputs.
Every aspect of the control surface, mechanical and
operational, has been engineered around the operator to
provide an unimpeded workow and a more creative mix.
The angle of the touch screens ensures that the engineer
can always view display data clearly during the show.
The brightness and contrast of the displays, and the
illumination of the control surface itself, are designed to
minimise strain on the eye. By optimising the density of
faders and controls on the operating surface, the
engineer is able to reach all critical areas of the console
comfortably from a central point, without straining or
leaning over.
Welcome To Soundcraft Vi

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 1.1: SAFETY NOTICES
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1.1: SAFETY NOTICES
THIS UNIT MUST BE EARTHED
Under no circumstances should the mains earth be disconnected from the mains lead.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Earth: Green and Yellow (Green/Yellow - US)
Neutral: Blue (White - US)
Live: Brown (Black - US)
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green and Yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter N.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter L.
Ensure that these colour codings are followed carefully in the event of the plug being changed.
The internal power supply unit contains no user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to a
qualied service engineer, through the appropriate Soundcraft dealer.
SAFETY NOTICES
For your own safety and to avoid invalidation of the warranty
please read this section carefully.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 1.2: WARNINGS
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1.2: WARNINGS
WARNINGS
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Clean the apparatus only with a dry cloth.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat resistors, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not
t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience rececta-
cles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When the cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
• No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles or cigarettes etc., should be placed on the
apparatus.
• Warning: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing and do not place objects lled with liquids, such
as vases, on the apparatus.
• No user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to a qualied service engineer, through the appropri-
ate Soundcraft dealer.
• Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as
newspapers, table cloths, curtains etc.
• It is recommended that all maintenance and service on the product should be carried out by Sound-
craft or its authorised agents. Soundcraft cannot accept any liability whatsoever for any loss or damage
caused by service, maintenance or repair by unauthorised personnel.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 1.3: WARRANTY
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1.3: WARRANTY
WARRANTY
1 Soundcraft is a trading division of Harman International Industries Ltd.
End User means the person who rst puts the equipment into regular operation.
Dealer means the person other than Soundcraft (if any) from whom the End User purchased the Equipment, pro-
vided such a person is authorised for this purpose by Soundcraft or its accredited Distributor.
Equipment means the equipment supplied with this manual.
2 If within the period of twelve months from the date of delivery of the Equipment to the End User it shall prove
defective by reason only of faulty materials and/or workmanship to such an extent that the effectiveness and/or
usability thereof is materially affected the Equipment or the defective component should be returned to the Dealer
or to Soundcraft and subject to the following conditions the Dealer or Soundcraft will repair or replace the defec-
tive components. Any components replaced will become the property of Soundcraft.
3 Any Equipment or component returned will be at the risk of the End User whilst in transit (both to and from the
Dealer or Soundcraft) and postage must be prepaid.
4 This warranty shall only be available if:
a) The Equipment has been properly installed in accordance with instructions contained in Soundcraft’s manual.
b) The End User has notied Soundcraft or the Dealer within 14 days of the defect appearing; and
c) No persons other than authorised representatives of Soundcraft or the Dealer have effected any replacement
of parts maintenance adjustments or repairs to the Equipment; and
d) The End User has used the Equipment only for such purposes as Soundcraft recommends, with only such
operating supplies as meet Soundcraft’s specications and otherwise in all respects in accordance Soundcraft’s
recommendations.
5 Defects arising as a result of the following are not covered by this Warranty: faulty or negligent handling, chem-
ical or electro-chemical or electrical inuences, accidental damage, Acts of God, neglect, deciency in electrical
power, airconditioning or humidity control.
6. The benet of this Warranty may not be assigned by the End User.
7. End Users who are consumers should note their rights under this Warranty are in addition to and do not affect
any other rights to which they may be entitled against the seller of the Equipment.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 2.0: SPECIFICATIONS
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2.0: SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response
Stagebox Mic input to Line output: +0/-1dB, 20Hz-20kHz
AES/EBU In to AES/EBU Out: +0/-0.2dB, 20Hz-20kHz
T.H.D. & NOISE
Stagebox Mic In (min gain) to Local Line Out:
22Hz-22kHz, <0.003% @ 1kHz
Stagebox Mic In (max gain) to Local Line Out:
22Hz-22kHz, <0.020% @ 1kHz
Local Line In to Line Out:
22Hz-22kHz, <0.003% @ 1kHz
Mic Input E.I.N (22Hz-22kHz bandwidth, unweighted):
<-126dBu (150Ω source)
Residual Noise, Stagebox line output; no inputs routed:
Mix fader @0dB: -91dBu
CMRR, Stagebox Mic input: 80dB @ 1kHz
Sampling Frequency
48kHz or 96kHz
Latency
Stagebox Mic Input to Local Line output:
<2ms @48kHz; <1ms @96kHz
AES/EBU Input Sample Rate
32–108kHz (with SRC enabled)
DSP resolution
40-bit oating point
Clocks
Internal clock accuracy: <+/-50ppm
Internal clock jitter: <+/-5ns
External Sync: BNC Wordclock
Input & Output Levels
Mic Inputs: +28dBu max
Line Inputs: +22dBu max
Line Outputs: +22dBu max
Nominal Operating Level: +4dBu (-18dBFS)
Input & Output Impedances
Mic Inputs: 10kΩ
All other analogue Inputs: >10kΩ
Line Outputs: <75Ω
AES/EBU Outputs: 110Ω
Oscillator
20Hz to 20kHz/Pink/White Noise, variable level
EQ (Inputs and bus Outputs)
HF: 20Hz-20kHz, +/-18dB, Q= 0.3-8.7 or shelving
Hi-Mid: 20Hz-20kHz, +/-18dB, Q=0.3-8.7
Lo-Mid: 20Hz-20kHz, +/-18dB, Q=0.3-8.7
LF: 20Hz-20kHz, +/-18dB, Q= 0.3-8.7 or shelving
Stagebox HP Filter: 80Hz xed, 12dB per octave
Channel HP lter: 20Hz-600Hz, 18dB per octave
Channel LP lter: 1kHz-20kHz, 18dB per octave
Metering
Internal 20-segment LED bargraphs plus 9-segment gain
reduction meters for all inputs and Outputs.
Peak hold: Variable from 0-2s.
Power / Operation
Mains Voltage operating range: 90-264V, 47-63Hz,
autoranging
Mains Power Consumption: 300W
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C – 45°C
(32°F – 113°F)
Relative Humidity: 0% – 90%, non-condensing Ta=40°C
(104°F)
Storage Temperature Range: -20°C to 60°C
(-4°F – 140°F)
E & OE.
Soundcraft reserves the right to change specications without notice.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.0: HARDWARE
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4.0: HARDWARE OVERVIEW
HARDWARE
The Vi5000 and Vi7000 systems feature Local Rack and Stagebox inputs and outputs (I/O). The Local Rack houses
the system DSP (audio processing), data connections, and some direct digital and analogue audio connections. It is
designed to remain local to the control surface and connects via the supplied Console-To-Local-Rack cable.
The Stagebox connects to the Local rack via MADI and is designed to provide physical inputs and outputs on-stage.
The system can connect to multiple Stageboxes via multiple MADI cards. Many different types of I/O are available for
the system with the ViSi Connect series of optional interface cards designed to t either the Local Rack or the
Compact Stagebox (and in some cases, the Vi Stagebox).

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.0: HARDWARE OVERVIEW
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4.0: HARDWARE OVERVIEW
HARDWARE OVERVIEW

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.1: SURFACE CONNECTIONS
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4.1: CONTROL SURFACE CONNECTIONS
HARDWARE > CONTROL SURFACE CONNECTIONS
The rear of the control surface has essential audio connections, data connection to the Local Rack, MIDI, USB, and
HiQnet (Ethernet) connections, as well as the dual-redundant power supply connections and switches.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.1: SURFACE CONNECTIONS
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4.1: CONTROL SURFACE CONNECTIONS
HARDWARE > CONTROL SURFACE CONNECTIONS
MIDI I/O
Musical Instrument Digital Interface
One MIDI input and two MIDI outputs (5-pin DIN), used mainly for triggers to and from the Snapshot / Cue
system. See Section 14 for more detail.
HiQnet
Harman control protocol / standard 1GB Ethernet connection.
The console’s VM2system allows status monitoring and (where compatible) control of wireless microphone
systems. See section 18 for more detail. This is an XLR-Housed EtherCon connector. This port is also used for
connecting a wireless access point for iPad remote control using the ViSi Remote app, and for connecting the
Soundcraft Realtime Rack Plug-in engine for storage and recall of plug-in snapshots.
USB
Connection for USB memory devices and/or USB keyboard
USB memory sticks can be used to save and load console Snapshot, show, and library data. See sections 13 and 14
for more detail. A USB keyboard can also be connected here and will work in parallel with the on-screen keyboard.
TB Mic
Talkback microphone Input.
Local talkback microphone input - balanced XLR with phantom power available (switched next to connector).
This connection is a parallel connection with the Talkback microphone connector in the TALKBACK/OSC section
of the Master Bay section. See section 15 for more detail.
Local Rack Connections
Four connections to the system’s Local Rack.
All connections must be made via the supplied Console-To-Local-Rack cable (part number 5058753).
Power
Primary and Redundant IEC power connections.
100V - 240V mains power connections. The primary power connector (PSU1) feeds power to the primary PSU.
Power to the Redundant (PSU2) connector is optional and will provide backup switching should the primary
supply fail.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2: LOCAL RACK
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4.2: LOCAL RACK
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK
The rack consists of a 6U processing and I/O unit, developed by Studer, called the SCore. Below this is a 3U low-
noise cooling fan unit. There is also anActive Breakout Unit, which provides direct audio connections for local use and
for connection to the Control Surface, and a another Breakout Panel for convenient MADI connections for
Stageboxes. The SCore itself consists of two sections: the upper 3U section houses the DSP mixing core, and the
lower 3U section houses the local audio I/O and also the connections to the remote Stage Box.
The audio processing inside the SCore is independent of the control surface. This means that the audio will continue
to pass even if the control surface is switched off or disconnected from the core.
How It Works
The control surface sends control data to the Bridge Card, which is a communication and processing hub situated in
the centre of the top 3U section of the Local Rack. The Bridge Card interprets the control data and sends internal data
to the ve or eight DSP Pro cards and the FX Card. These cards actually process the audio. The audio input and out-
put connections to the DSP cards are made via short CAT 5 patch cables, which connect the DSP cards with the I/O
rack in the lower 3U section of the core.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.1: FANS / FILTERS
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4.2.1: LOCAL RACK FANS/FILTERS
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK > FANS/FILTERS
The Local Rack and Stagebox have integral fan units which are essential for reliable operation.
The fan status is monitored from the console GUI and this will provide warning if there is a problem with any of the fan
motors.
The fan units have a manual fan speed adjustment facility which allows the fan speed to be reduced in environments
where acoustic noise is an issue. Please note that reducing the speed from the factory-set value is ONLY allowable
when the console is operated in an air-conditioned environment where the ambient temperature is guaranteed to be
maintained at 20degC maximum.
To gain access to the adjustment trimmer, remove the small 2-part plastic blanking plug located to the left of the fan
lter grille. Insert a small screwdriver into the hole to adjust: turn anticlockwise to reduce the speed.
Contact Soundcraft for advice before changing fan speed if unsure.
Ensure fan units on Local Rack and Stagebox are connected and operational.
CLEAN FILTERS REGULARLY!

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.2: SCore FRONT PANEL
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4.2.2: SCore FRONT PANEL
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK > SCore FRONT PANEL
The status LEDs on the front panel of the SCore unit give an at-a-glance indication that the Local Rack is functioning
correctly, or that an error condition has occurred.An illuminated green LED indicates the presence of a card, an
illuminated red LED warns of a card error.
Note that there is a RECONFIG button behind a small hole at the bottom right of the panel. When pressed with a small
screwdriver or similar a reset is applied to the lower row of cards in the local rack: this will force a re-polling of the
loaded cards to recongure the console. This needs to be done only if the card conguration has been changed.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.3: SCore CARD FRAME
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4.2.3: SCore CARD FRAME
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK > SCore CARD FRAME
The rear panel of the SCore shows the Score Card Frame. Your console’s Card Frame will be populated according
to your own specication. The diagram shows a 96kHz-capable system with four MADI cards installed. A 48kHz-only
system has ve DSP cards installed in the top section, with three additional ‘blank’ spaces (left of bridge card, left of
FX card, right of FX card). ‘Standard’ cards are shown with a blue background, optional cards (including the three
96kHx-system DSP cards) are shown with an orange background.
There are a number of connections that must be made in the Score Rack Frame, and between the SCore Rack Frame
and the Active Breakout Unit, in order for the system to operate correctly. These are shown in section 4.2.4.
There are 12 single slots for I/O cards, identied with letters A-L, the HD cards are not included in these 12 slots.
Double-slot cards such as MADI and Dante take the letter of their left-hand single slot.
GPIO Card with Relay Contacts
Provides a set of GPIO contacts, controlled by the GPIO page of the control surface, The inputs are opto-isolated and
the outputs are SPST relay contacts.
DSP Cards
Contains the DSP processing for audio processing in the SCore. A 96kHz-capable system will have eight DSP cards
while a 48kHz-only system will have ve DSP cards. The left-most DSP cards (1 & 2) must be connected to the HD
cards 1 & 2: HD IN 1 > HD OUT 1; HD IN 2 > HD OUT 2 and so on.
Bridge Card
Provides the connection from the Local Rack to the Control Surface. Houses a QNX embedded processing system
that controls all the audio processing in the rack. The Primary Bridge Card connection should be connected to the
Primary Bridge Card connection on the rear of the Active Breakout Unit.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.3: SCore CARD FRAME
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4.2.3: SCore CARD FRAME
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK > SCore CARD FRAME
FX Card
Provides the additional DSP and algorithms required to run the eight Lexicon digital FX processors.
Audio Clock Card
Provides clock connection to external equipment, both in and out. The wordclock input options are Video clock, stand-
ard wordclock or AES/EBU sync clock. Any of these can be used as a wordclock source for the console. The console
permanently outputs standard wordclock and AES/EBU wordclock for sync purposes.
DANTE Card
DANTE audio networking I/O - normally used for recording. See the appendix 2 at the end of this manual for
operation of the DANTE card.
MADI Cards
Up to 64 channels of MADI digital audio inputs and outputs, either via optical or CAT-5e-type connections, depending
on the options tted to the console. Each card has redundant (AUX) connections.
The left-hand (rst two) MADI card slots are recording and/or additional connection options. The right-hand MADI
cards are for connection to Vi Stageboxes. For convenience, these should be connected to the Stagebox breakout
panel.
HD Cards
Communicate with the rst two DSP Pro cards on the top row of cards. They pass digital audio along with control data
and status information about the cards loaded into the frame. Each pair of links can handle up to 192 channels in both
directions, giving a total I/O capacity for the rack of 384 channels. The HD card is responsible for working out what
cards are loaded into the system and conguring it accordingly. The RECONFIG button on the front panel of the Local
Rack will force a re-polling of the loaded cards to recongure the console.
MIC Card
Provides 4 x Mic input for Talkback and local Mic input. The card has 8 indicators, 4 indicators for signal present at the
mic input and 4 indicators for the phantom power status. The D-Sub connector should be connected to the
corresponding I/O MIC CARD S-Sub connector on the rear of the Active Breakout Unit.
BLU Link Card
The console uses the BLU Link digital audio networking protocol to connect local audio I/O to the Active Breakout
Unit. The BLU Link input and output on the BLU Link card should be connected to the BLU Link output and input
(respectively) on the rear of the Active Breakout Unit. Note that the BLU Link card that is connected to the Active
Breakout Box is not intended to be connected to other Harman BLU Link audio devices. Other BLU link cards may be
tted in the local rack’s congurable slots if connection to a BLU Link network or device is required.
Merger Card
The D-type connectors on this card are not used. This card is used only for internal communications.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.4: LOCAL RACK CONNECTIONS
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4.2.4: LOCAL RACK CONNECTIONS
HARDWARE > LOCAL RACK > CONNECTIONS
The SCore Rack Frame cards should be connected correctly before operating the system, using the supplied cables.
1) Connect the DSP cards 1 and 2 (left-most DSP cards in frame) to the HD cards as shown.
2) Connect the Primary Bridge Card output, the MIC Card D-Sub connector, and the BLU Link Card input and output
to the corresponding connections on the rear of the Active Breakout Unit (BLU Link in > out; Blu Link out > in).
3) Connect the required Stagebox MADI outputs to the rear of the Stagebox Breakout panel, then connect the
Stagebox Breakout Panel connections to the Stageboxes.
4) Connect the TB LINK, CONTROL DATA, and PHONES L & R outputs from the front panel of the Active Breakout
Unit to the corresponding connections on the Control Surface.

Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.2.4: LOCAL RACK CONNECTIONS
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Vi5000/7000 User Manual 4.3: Vi STAGE BOX
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4.3: Vi STAGE BOX
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The 9U Vi Stagebox houses 64 mic/line inputs and 32 analogue line outputs. Mic/line amp gain, 48 V phantom power
and 100 Hz lo-cut lter before the A-D converters can all be controlled remotely from the desk. The Stagebox is availa-
ble in Standard 64/32 conguration, or can be recongured as part-tted or with alternative cards as required.
The Stage Box contains 12 Slots for 6U-high Audio I/O Cards, a GPIO/LED Card and the MADI HD Card which con-
tains the Stage Box-to-Local Rack connection. Slots are labelled from left to right A-L, and the connectors on the cards
are numbered from top to bottom 1-8. These labelling references are used by the patching system (see chapter 11)
when the user wishes to patch the connectors to input channels or output busses.
The primary power supplies and an additional cooling fan with lter can be found on the rear panel.
Primary power supply
The primary power supply connects directly to the IEC inlet and provides a full range AC inlet, converting 100V to
240V ac to 24V DC. The Stage box is tted with two power supplies, providing redundancy for those that require it
Redundant MADI Cable Operation
The system can be used with either a single cable connected to the MAIN or AUX ports (usually MAIN), or, for
additional security, two cables can be used to provide fully-automatic redundant operation. The 3-position INPUT SEL
toggle switch on the Stagebox MADI card determines the mode of operation.
For single cable operation: the switch must be set to either ‘MAIN’ or ‘AUX’, depending on which socket is being used.
For dual redundant operation: the switch MUST be set to the ‘RED’ position.
In redundant mode, the system will automatically switch to the other cable if a fault is detected on one cable. Note that
it will then stay on the second cable even if the connection is restored on the rst cable. This is to prevent intermittent
switching.
For More information of available Stageboxes, cards, and so on, please see Appendix 1 at the end of this
manual.